BACKGROUND-We (2 friends, DH and myself, all early 50s) arrived back from our cruise on the Spirit early April. We had all cruised several times previously, on Carnival, RCCI, and last year on Celebrity out of NJ, so we can't help but make comparisons. We decided on NCL because it was the best itinerary for us out of NYC. Warning LONG review.

EMBARKATION- We took a limo from NJ, arrived around noon. Embarkation not too bad, the lines were long, but moved quickly. Bags were delivered to room around 3. We had to go downstairs to collect the luggage with the wine we brought- we paid the $15 per bottle and were quickly on our way.

CABIN- Our cabin was fine, Our steward however was not. First day we sought him out to request beds together and an egg crate- we got neither. The first night we had to sleep on separate beds, and they are as hard as rocks. We never got the egg crate and ended up sleeping on one of the blankets for some comfort. We had the makings for coffee, but no coffee maker- he said there were none left that worked, also, no extra towels, and often no more ice. However other stewards seemed much better, I guess we just got a bad one. The room was well laid out, and the bathroom was one of the best we've had. Separate toilet area, and a glass shower door. Bring your own amenities- their's are poor quality. Read more